How-to
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If you only remember one thing: design decisions get expensive to unwind after permit. Sequence matters.
PlanGrounds is a platform where clients can discover architectural plans, connect with architects, and move from idea to built project in one place.
Feasibility
Budget, program, and quick zoning read - before heavy design spend.
Design
Iterative layout + engineering inputs; energy and structural coordination.
Permitting
Submit complete packages; plan review cycles.
Preconstruction
Selections that affect lead times; long-lead orders.
Construction
Quality control, inspections, and controlled changes.
Completion
Punch list, lien releases as applicable, manuals, and closeout.
Compare plans, shortlist professionals, and start a project when you want structured proposals instead of scattered email threads.
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Process & permits
How long does it take to build a house?
Realistic timelines for custom homes - design, permitting, and construction - with variables that shorten or extend the path on PlanGrounds.
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Process & permits
What drawings do I need to build a house?
From schematic design to construction documents - what permit offices and builders expect, and how stock plans fit into the package on PlanGrounds.
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Costs & fees
How much does an architect cost?
Understand architect fees: hourly vs fixed, percentage of construction, phases, and what affects the price - plus how to compare professionals on PlanGrounds.
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Clarify scope on PlanGrounds, then connect with studios through structured proposals, not endless browsing or lead spam.
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Compare professionals, review open projects, and keep reading in the guides hub when you want more context.
This guide is for general education only. It is not legal, engineering, or financial advice. Budgets and codes vary by site and jurisdiction—hire qualified professionals for decisions that affect safety, compliance, or investment.